Contracts Manager

Contracts Manager

Mumbai - Oil & Gas, Mining and Energy Transition

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Contract Manager with 510 years of experience to join our dynamic team in the Oil & Gas Sector, Mining Sector and New Energy Transition sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong of working in EPCM projects with background in managing client communication, addressing pre-bid contract queries, drafting agreements, vetting NDAs, and guiding teams during the proposal stage and Post Award Stage. B. Tech + MBA is required, and an LLB is preferred but not mandatory.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Communication & Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for clients regarding contractual matters. Ensure effective and timely resolution of client queries during pre-bid and post-award stages.

2. Contract Drafting & Review: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including MoU’s, NDAs, EPC agreements, O&M Framework agreement, Acquisitions agreement and other related documentation.

Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in all contracts.

3. Pre-Bid & Proposal Stage Support: Address contractual queries raised during the pre-bid stage in coordination with internal teams including evaluation and negotiation of Contract/agreement terms.

Provide strategic guidance to teams during proposal preparation to align with client requirements.

4. Post Award & O&M Stage Support: Address contractual queries, additional claims, extension of time during project execution stage in coordination with internal teams.

Provide strategic guidance to teams during project execution stage to align with contractual requirements.

5. Risk Management & Compliance: Identify and mitigate contractual risks in collaboration with legal and project teams. Ensure contracts adhere to organizational policies and industry best practices.

6. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including legal, finance, and project management, to support successful project delivery.

Facilitate seamless communication between clients, subcontractors, and vendors.

7. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain an organized repository of contracts and related documents. Prepare periodic reports on contractual milestones and risk exposure.

Maintain and update, as necessary, the database of all such licenses, permits and certification to assure compliances

8. Claim Management: EOT claims, Scope change claims, additional claims preparation, negotiation and settlement.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Educational Background: B. Tech + MBA, LLB (preferred but not mandatory).

2. Experience: 5–10 years of experience in contract management, with a strong focus on Oil & Gas, Energy, Mining, O&M projects. Proven track record in drafting, vetting, and negotiating contracts, NDAs, and MoU’s.

EXPERTISE

• Work Experience in Large scale EPCM projects.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Strong understanding of legal frameworks related to contracts in Oil& Gas and Energy sector.

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines effectively.

• Proficiency in MS Office and contract management software/tools.